Ranking ACC Coaches: Navigating the Complexity of Assessing Performance in a Diverse League

As the ACC adds new teams and expands its coaching staff, the task of ranking coaches becomes increasingly complex. In 2024, the conference will have a diverse range of coaching abilities, with four coaches in the top 25, four in the bottom 12, and nine in between. While it is easy to identify a few standout coaches, the majority of coaches fall into the middle ranks. The variability in coaching backgrounds, resumes, and standards for success make it difficult to accurately assess and compare each coach’s performance.

Despite these challenges, we continue to attempt to rank ACC coaches relative to one another each year. In our latest analysis for the 2024 CBS Sports Coach Rankings, we have sorted and highlighted each coach accordingly. We have also provided insight into why each coach landed where they did, taking into account various factors that may have influenced their ranking. It is important to note where each coach stood among ACC coaches in 2023 to track their progress and performance over time.

When looking at the complete Power Five coach rankings from 1-25 and 26-68, we can gain a better understanding of where each ACC coach stands within the broader context of college football coaching. As we continue to evaluate and assess the performance of ACC coaches, it is clear that the landscape of coaching in the conference is dynamic and ever-changing.